2012 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2012 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2012 Mazda 5 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKZ | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | MKZ | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
